Join our team and take the wheel in a dynamic role where you’ll keep our entire fleet, plant and equipment running smoothly—through scheduled servicing, proactive maintenance and fast-paced breakdown response.

ABOUT US:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.

• Service, maintain and repair a wide range of Council fleet vehicles, trucks, earthmoving machinery and small plant and equipment.
• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using technical knowledge, schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Ensure timely, accurate record-keeping using Council’s Asset Management Software (EAM) and comply with all RMS and ADR regulations.
• Promote safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility across all worksites, while collaborating closely with Council staff.
• Supervise and mentor apprentices, supporting their practical development in the Heavy Vehicle Mechanic trade.